3 Top-Secret Tips for Styling Beaded Earrings

3 Top-Secret Tips for Styling Beaded Earrings

Are you looking for unique dangle earrings to zhuzh up your jewelry box? Trying to find a statement piece for your next big event? Look no further than stylish and vibrant beaded earrings. From understanding the history of fringe earrings to learning insider style tips, we’ve got you covered.


What Are Beaded Earrings?

Beaded earrings are dangle earrings made from various glass beads and metals often creating a fringe effect. Each pair we carry is carefully handmade by artisans and designed with a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and colors in mind. The beads used vary from Japanese Miyuki glass to seed beads and other tubular styles. Fringe earrings are designed to move with your every turn, making them the perfect eye-catching accessory to add to your wardrobe. 


The Significance of Beaded Earrings

Beaded earrings are seen in different cultures around the world. Native Americans are known throughout history for their intricate dangle earrings. For many tribes, bead earrings represent pride, resilience, and identity. Bead jewelry has made its way around the globe thanks to European traders the phenomena of beaded earrings spread far and wide. Now countless cultures enjoy different beaded handiwork, making them a staple in jewelry boxes worldwide. 

Nowadays, beaded earrings are as fashionable as ever. Support female artisans like the ones working at Mayana and other indie artists for delicate, handcrafted dangle earrings you’ll enjoy for years to come. 


Why Wear Fringe Earrings?

Fringe earrings are as versatile as they are gorgeous. With a little creativity, these dangle earrings can be added to almost any outfit for a unique pop of personality. Whether you’re trying to add some glam to your basic T-shirt look or elevate your next date night with a vibrant accessory, the options are endless. Feel free to wear fringe earrings anywhere you’d like!

Our favorite part? Beaded earrings flatter any face shape. The strands of beads will elongate the shape of your face, accentuate your cheekbones, and make your features appear softer. Enhance your natural beauty with long fringe earrings. 


5 Occasions to Wear Beaded Earrings:

  1. Date night 
  2. Brunch
  3. Holiday party
  4. Errands
  5. Office

How to Find the Right Beaded Earrings for You

The world of fringe earrings is vast, and finding the best one for you and your wardrobe could be the key to elevating your style! Take a second and visualize your closet. Think of go-to outfits or night-on-the-town dresses, and imagine which beaded earrings would match best. Choosing ideal dangle earrings is easiest when your beaded earrings can go with a couple of different looks.

If you tend to wear bold patterns, opt for a smaller, dainty fringe earring. If you stick to neutral tones and basic outfits, don’t be afraid of finding a larger-than-life bead earring to stand out! Play around with your own personal style and figure out where you can add these funky and fun pieces. 


3 Tips for Styling Beaded Earrings

After falling in love with beaded earrings, it’s important to know the many ways to style them! Lucky for you, these colorful dangle earrings can be dressed up and down for countless styles.

  1. Think about your hairstyle
  2. Choose a color scheme
  3. Make a statement

 

1. Accentuate Your Fringe Earrings with Hair Styles

While it may sound silly, your hairstyle is often the key to successfully styling fringe earrings. Both the length of your hair and your hairstyle matter when accessorizing. Shorter haircuts are perfect for a bold beaded earring to peek through. If you have longer hair, try an updo that keeps your hair away from your face to show your fringe earrings off. 

Try an elegant updo for your next date night so your sweetheart can see your colorful Circular Beaded Fringe Earrings. Throw your hair in a trendy claw clip when you’re running errands or going into the office so everyone can enjoy your look. Next time you throw on your beaded earrings, think about your hair first!


Best Hair Styles for Dangly Earrings:

  • High ponytail
  • Fancy updo
  • Half-up half-down
  • Claw clip
  • Low bun

2. Find a Color Scheme for Your Fringe Earrings

Make color theory work for you when styling fringe earrings. If you tend to lean towards neutral tones, choose a bold beaded earring for a pop of color. If you dress with brighter colors, find a fringe earring with beads that match, and you’ll have a perfectly cohesive look with minimal effort! 

For a powerful vibe, lean into monochrome! Choose a single color to wear head to toe, whether that’s a little black dress and matching dangle earrings or a dazzling all-gold outfit paired with the Maxi V Fringe earring, for wow-worthy appeal.

 

3. Make a Statement with Beaded Earrings

Statement jewelry typically refers to oversized pieces with vibrant colors and unique textures, beads, and metals that draws attention. Beaded earrings are one of our favorite ways to make a statement, no matter the occasion! If you’re looking to elevate an outfit, making your fringe earrings the focal point is a simple way to elevate your style.

Style your favorite little black dress with Beaded Holiday Sparkle Earrings for a glittering look at your next holiday party. Get colorful with a basic blouse and pants with the Confetti Fringe Earring for an outfit your coworkers will love. Unique dangle earrings are the perfect way to show off your personality and style.


How to Take Care of Beaded Earrings

Understanding jewelry care basics is the key to keeping your fringe earrings stunning for years to come. Store your beaded earrings away from sunlight and water, and remember to store them in a safe place when you take them off. If you need to clean them, grab a soft brush to clean any dirt out of the grooves and wash with a gentle cloth. Keep your beaded earrings safe so you can style them over and over again!

Fringe earrings have a rich history and can elevate your outfits, no matter the occasion. Wear your favorite earrings with our easy style tips, and fall in love with bold beaded earrings, just like we have! 

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